Beef Plant, Beefsteak Plant, Bloodleaf, Chicken Gizzard
A popular foliage plant, Iresine herbstii (Bloodleaf) is a short-lived tender perennial that is usually grown as a summer bedding annual or houseplant in most areas. While the flowers are inconspicuous and present no interest, the oval purple-red leaves, 4 in. long (10 cm), are incredibly showy. Usually notched at their tips, they display contrasting hot-pink midribs and veins. Easy to grow and low maintenance, Bloodleaf is terrific as a bedding annual or planted in containers where it never fails to add drama. Bring indoors for winter beyond its hardiness range.
Hardiness |
10 - 12 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 12 |
Climate Zones | 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Houseplants, Perennials |
Plant Family | Amaranthaceae |
Common names | Chicken Gizzard, Beefsteak Plant |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late) |
Height | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
Spacing | 30" (80cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Wet Soil |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
Hardiness |
10 - 12 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 12 |
Climate Zones | 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Houseplants, Perennials |
Plant Family | Amaranthaceae |
Common names | Chicken Gizzard, Beefsteak Plant |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late) |
Height | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
Spacing | 30" (80cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Wet Soil |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
How many Iresine herbstii (Bloodleaf) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Iresine herbstii (Bloodleaf) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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